In the hall, Feng Yinzhen frowned slightly and his expression became more serious.
"Lord Wang, do you have any evidence to accuse him?"
In fact, this matter was not investigated by Wang Junan on his own initiative, but was secretly instructed by him.
When he first heard the news from Feng Wanwan about Wu Yaxuan selling his official position, he didn't look surprised, but he kept it in mind.
At that time, there was no reason or evidence to question Wu Yaxuan about selling official positions. Moreover, in a big family like the Wu Ya family, there was an old fox like Wu Yaboran. As long as he showed any sign of it, Wu Yaboran would definitely defend himself, and these inside stories might not be found out.
So he secretly asked Xia Yi to convey the order to Wang Junan, asking him to secretly investigate the matter.
But I didn't expect that although Wang Jun'an was a little stubborn, he was a very capable person and he got the job done so quickly.
"Yes, I have solid evidence! And I can guarantee that this time the evidence is true and there is absolutely no mistake!"
Wang Junan straightened his chest and answered with certainty.
That’s right, ever since the incident where he publicly reported the treason of General Nian Gengyao, the Protector of the Nation, Wang Junan has been very cautious no matter what he investigates.
This time, he investigated the case thoroughly, in great detail and with great caution. He confirmed the evidence over and over again before he dared to present it to the emperor.
Therefore, when Feng Yinzhen asked him, he answered very loudly, just to make up for his mistake last time.
The last time Wu Yaxuan gave advice to Concubine Hua in court, he was reprimanded by the emperor and had his official hat taken off. Although the ministers did not dare to say anything, they were somewhat resentful in their hearts.
After all, being stripped of one's official hat just for saying something wrong is a bit too harsh a punishment.
But when they heard that Wang Junan had caught Wu Yaxuan with evidence of corruption, bribery and selling official positions to make money, they all looked at each other in surprise and said nothing.
The Dayuan Dynasty included the sale of official positions in the law, and anyone who violated it must be punished.
The Minister of Rites did such a thing, and even though he was the Queen's brother, he could not escape the law. The Emperor had previously only let him reflect on his mistakes at home, which was very lenient for him.
Feng Yinzhen nodded.
"Since you have evidence, present it!"
"Your Majesty, this time we not only have physical evidence, but also witnesses!"
The materials brought by Wang Junan were very comprehensive.
Not only did they bring some written evidence and signed confessions, but they also brought several witnesses who had bought their positions.
Feng Yinzhen continued to ask, becoming even angrier.
It turned out that the reason these people stood up was because they stuffed a lot of money into Wu Yaxuan's mansion, but did not get the official positions they deserved.
It turns out that Wu Yaxuan not only sold official positions, but also started auctioning official positions. Whoever gave the most would be selected, and those who were not selected would not get their money back.
That is, skipping stones on the water.
These people had been harboring grievances for a long time, and now when they came before the Saint, they all made fierce accusations.
The rest of the court officials were dumbfounded. These people would rather lose a thousand enemies than kill eight hundred.
"Asshole! I entrusted him with important tasks, hoping that he would serve the country, and he dared to use my trust in him to do these things!
"I have an order to bring Wu Yaxuan to the Ministry of Justice and conduct a thorough investigation of this case!"
Feng Yinzhen's face was filled with rage as he shouted angrily.
Although he had been mentally prepared for Wu Yaxuan's selling of official positions, he really didn't expect that this guy would take so much money and take money from so many people.
They even started an auction, and those who bid less won’t get their money back.
What kind of behavior is this?
Robbery!
This Wu Yaxuan disappointed him so much!
Even the procedure of appearing in person to testify was skipped, and the case was sent directly to the Ministry of Justice for investigation. It seems that the emperor is really angry.
For a moment, everyone felt insecure and the court was completely silent.
Previously, there was a case of false accusations against the General of the Nation, and some of the people caught were from the Taifu family. Now it has been discovered that Wu Yaxuan was involved in corruption, bribery, and selling official positions for money. The Taifu family is in big trouble.
The situation is very serious.
This serious situation soon reached the ears of the Queen Mother.
At that time, the empress dowager was worshiping Buddha in Shouning Palace. She twisted the Buddhist beads one by one between her slender white fingers. She lowered her eyes and chanted Buddhist mantras over and over again.
The sandalwood incense is lingering, and the scene is peaceful and beautiful.
A sudden burst of noise in the yard broke the tranquility.
"Your Majesty, the Queen Mother is praying to the Buddha. Please wait in the courtyard."
"No, I must see the Queen Mother right away... Queen Mother! Aunt!"
The Buddhist beads in the Queen Mother's hand suddenly broke, and they rolled to the ground with a crisp sound.
The Queen Mother slowly raised her eyes and sighed softly.
"Xin Yin, let her in."
The people arguing outside were Nanny Xin and the Queen.
The queen no longer cared about being solemn and calm, and almost ran in, feeling terrified.
"Aunt, you have to save my brother. The emperor has ordered him to be sent to the Ministry of Justice. He must be in great danger now!"
"If he had known this would happen, why would he have done it in the first place? In my opinion, he should have suffered a little and reflected on himself! He dared to do something as unscrupulous as selling official positions. He is even more arrogant and presumptuous than Nian Gengyao!
He did something like this, not to mention the emperor, even I would have to send him to the Ministry of Justice!"
The Queen Mother frowned and spoke sternly.
His sharp eyes swept across the queen's face, which was flushed from running, and a deep disgust flashed in his eyes.
"I just taught you yesterday that you should be prudent in everything you do. Look at you now. Do you even have the slightest bit of the air of a mistress of the harem? You're getting worse and worse!"
"...Yes, I was concerned about my mother's family and was anxious for a moment."
The queen was scolded like this, as if a basin of ice water was poured on her face and she was slapped twice. She felt cold all over and was frightened.
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